Turpan to Bole by train
Bole lies 609 km (378 mi) north-west of Turpan, +2 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 3 h 11 min at the speeds typical of China rail, over roughly 743 km (462 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Turpan | Bole | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 273,385 | 235,585 |
| Elevation | 41 m (135 ft) | 509 m (1,670 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+6 (Asia/Urumqi) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Stations on record | Turpan North railway station, Daheyan Railway Station, Qiquanhu Railway Station | Bole Railway Station, Wulandabusen |
Clocks in Bole are 2 h ahead of Turpan right now, so a 3 h 11 min journey lands 5 h 11 min later by the destination clock.
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Common questions
How far is Bole from Turpan?
609 km (378 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Turpan; by road roughly 743 km (462 mi).
How long does it take to get from Turpan to Bole by train?
About 3 h 11 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Turpan and Bole?
Bole is 2 h ahead at the moment (Asia/Shanghai against Asia/Urumqi).
Where these facts come from
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- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.